URL: https://ealing.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=952

Decision Maker: Director of Public Health

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: This report seeks approval to procure a contract for a community-based Oral Health Improvement Programme for children aged 0–5 in the London Borough of Ealing. The programme will deliver evidence-based interventions including fluoride varnish application, supervised toothbrushing, oral health education, and outreach in a variety of early years settings. It is recommended that a contract is procured under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR) using the Most Suitable Provider process. This approach is recommended due to the specialist nature of the service, limited market capacity, and continuity of existing delivery. The total potential contract value is £875,000 over five years (£175,000 per annum), funded via the Public Health Grant.  

Content: This report seeks approval to procure a contract for a community-based Oral Health Improvement Programme for children aged 0–5 in the London Borough of Ealing. The programme will deliver evidence-based interventions including fluoride varnish application, supervised toothbrushing, oral health education, and outreach in a variety of early years settings. It is recommended that a contract is procured under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 (PSR) using the Most Suitable Provider process. This approach is recommended due to the specialist nature of the service, limited market capacity, and continuity of existing delivery. The total potential contract value is £875,000 over five years (£175,000 per annum), funded via the Public Health Grant.  

Date of Decision: December 10, 2025